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CPT 32850 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Lung Organ Donation, Surgical Removal Of A Lung From A Donor Body Including Cold Preservation Until Transport To The Receiving Person.
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

74 - Discontinued After Anesthesia

AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 32850
Medicaid Fee Schedule$1,052.11 median of the 6 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 32850

National average reimbursement for CPT 32850 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,176.17

uhc

$1,142.90

aetna

$1,000.83

cigna

$1,543.72

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CPT 32850
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Senate Street Surgery Center LLC, Clarian Health Partners Inc Mbr

    Senate Street Surgery Center LLC

    INAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1669559928Tax ID 42-1709357

    $7,400.00Published rate
  2. South Florida Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC

    South Florida Ambulatory Surgi

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1265534556Tax ID 65-1093026

    $1,049.00Published rate
  3. Taylor Station Surgical Center Ltd

    Taylor Station Surgical Center

    OHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1942231493Tax ID 31-1459910

    $973.00Published rate
  4. Comprehensive Surgical Care Of Reno-Tahoe, LLC

    Comprehensive Surgical Care Of Renotahoe LLC

    NVAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1376159228Tax ID 85-1492944

    $463.00Published rate
  5. Tri-City Surgical Centers, LLC

    Tricity Surgical Centers LLC

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1083382154Tax ID 82-5357044

    $175.00Published rate

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CPT 32850 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes

The CPT 32850 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 32850 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
32800-CPTHighRepair Lung Hernia Thru Chest Wall
32810-CPTHighClose Surgical Wound In Chest, Surgery To Close An Opening In The Chest That Was Used To Drain Fluids From An Infection Of The Chest Cavity (Empyema).
32815-CPTHighRepair Abnormal Duct In Airway, Surgery To Repair An Abnormal Passageway (Fistula) From The Bronchial Tube (Airway) Into The Chest Cavity. The Condition Can Be A Complication Following Removal Of A Lung Or Lung Tissue.
32850-CPTHighLung Organ Donation, Surgical Removal Of A Lung From A Donor Body Including Cold Preservation Until Transport To The Receiving Person.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 32850. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 32850 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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